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HERO Fashion & Lifestyle Recruitment Where people find where they belong. We connect exceptional fashion talent with brands that share their values — building careers and teams that last through belonging-driven recruitment. Find Your Role · Hire With Us 83% Retention Rate Year One
ABOUT Our Approach Belonging builds futures in fashion. In a world where brands and candidates struggle to be seen and heard, finding the right connection is tougher than ever. We put people first, relationships second, and business third. We listen closely to reveal where people and places truly belong — helping brands find who they'll want to keep, and helping people find where they'll want to stay. Discover Our Process 5+ Years placing fashion talent
SPECIALISMS What We Recruit Fashion roles we specialise in. From design studios to boardrooms, we cover every corner of the fashion and lifestyle industry.
01 · Buyer — Sourcing, negotiating and curating product ranges that perform commercially and creatively.
02 · Designer — From concept to catwalk — placing creative talent at every level across apparel, accessories and more. 03 · Garment Technologist — The technical minds ensuring quality, fit and compliance from sample to production. 04 · Pattern Cutter — Precision craftsmanship — the skilled professionals who bring a designer's vision to life in fabric. 05 · Merchandiser — Analytical thinkers who balance commercial reality with creative vision to maximise category performance. 06 · Product Developer — Bridging design and production, taking products from concept through to delivery at pace. 07 · Sales & Account Manager — Relationship builders who grow revenue and forge lasting connections between brands and buyers. 08 · HR — People professionals shaping cultures of belonging within the fashion and lifestyle sector. 09 · Office & Admin — The operational backbone — organised, proactive support professionals keeping fashion businesses running.
HOW IT WORKS Our Process How we create lasting connections. Whether you're a candidate ready for your next move, or a brand building a team — our process is designed to make every placement stick.
01 · Listen Deeply — We begin with a conversation — learning not just what you need, but what will truly make work feel right. For candidates, that's career goals and values. For brands, that's team culture and vision. 02 · Find the Fit — Using our deep network and fashion-specific expertise, we identify connections that go beyond skills — pairing people with environments where they'll genuinely thrive and want to stay. 03 · Make the Connection — We facilitate introductions with care and context — so both parties arrive prepared, informed, and excited. No cold submissions. Every introduction is personal. 04 · Build the Future — Our work doesn't end at placement. We check in, support transitions, and maintain relationships — because belonging is built over time, and our 83% retention rate proves it works.
TESTIMONIALS Real Stories People who found where they belong.
"Encore took the time to actually understand what I was looking for — not just my experience, but the kind of team and culture I needed. I've been in this role two years now and it genuinely feels like home." — Sarah T., Senior Merchandiser, Manchester
"We've worked with many recruiters over the years. Encore is different — they sent us three candidates, all exceptional, and two of them are still with us three years on. The quality of match is unmatched." — James M., Head of People, Fashion Brand
"I was a pattern cutter looking to move into a more creative role. Encore listened, challenged me thoughtfully, and found an opportunity I wouldn't have found on my own. It changed my career." — Rachel K., Pattern Cutter → Product Developer
CTA For Candidates — Find where you belong. Whether you're actively looking or open to the right opportunity, let's talk. Send us your CV and let's find your place in fashion. · Send Your CV
For Employers — Build a team that stays. We help fashion and lifestyle brands find the people they'll want to keep — using a belonging-driven approach that delivers lasting results. · Talk to Us